Long before celebrities like James Reid, Daniel Padilla, and Enrique Gil made girls squeal and became household names, there were ’90s heartthrobs that drove girls just as crazy. Matinee idols have been a showbiz thing as far back as the ’80s. If you’re a part of that generation, relive your favorite kilig moments as a teenager with this list of 10 ’90s matinee idols.
1Dingdong Dantes
Who could ever forget Iñaki, Dingdong Dantes’ debut role in the teen-oriented T.G.I.S.? Dingdong’s team up with Antoinette Taus in the hit television show is one of the most memorable loveteams from the ’90s. Dingdong also appeared in films like Honey My Love So Sweet, Kiss Mo ‘Ko, and I’m Sorry My Love.
Now, the former matinee idol is happily married to longtime girlfriend, Marian Rivera. Marian gave birth to their daughter Maria Letizia in 2015.
